For your loved one who would prefer to give than receive, we’ve compiled a list of gifts that give back. In addition to already supporting an awesome small business and the diverse people behind it, many of these shops donate a portion of proceeds to organizations that you care about. Here are our top ten picks to #SpendLikeItMatters on a gift for an activist!
Limited Edition FH + B Pup Tote, $48
Fountain House + Body #SocialEnterprise
This adorable tote was designed by Fountain House Gallery Artist, Mercedes Kelly, in Brooklyn, New York. Not only will the beloved activist in your life sport a cute new tote bag, they’ll feel happy knowing that the proceeds support Fountain House, an organization that supports people living with serious mental illness.
Hawai’ian Organic Creams – Gardenia and Pikake, $15.99
Treasures 4 Humanity #AsianOwned #WomanOwned
This rich moisturizing cream is made with organic beeswax, coconut oil, and avocado oil. It’s great for the winter months when we all get a bit dry and flaky. Plus, the socially conscious person in your life will love that Treasures 4 Humanity donates 10% of net proceeds to the charities listed here.
Cards for Decolonization, $38
The Sacred Circle Gift Shop #NativeOwned
This unique card game is full of satire and humor and was made by Native people for Native people. The game was designed with the philosophy that humor makes it easier to talk about difficult issues and topics in Native communities.
Guatemalan Table Runner/Wall Hanging with Fringe $65
AlterNatives Boutique #SocialEnterprise
If the activist in your life also likes to host fun dinner parties, perhaps a new table runner would be the perfect gift! When you buy a gift from AlterNatives Boutique, you’re buying fair trade products that support financial growth for indigenous artisan women in Guatemala.
Jar Candles, $9.99
QueenCare #BlackOwned #WomanOwned
When you buy one of these luxurious jar candles scented with essential oils, you’re supporting mentorship and programming for Black youth. The candles come in three different scents: Amber Noir, Brown Sugar Fig, and Lavender Woods.
Dark Spot Eraser Glow-Up Kit, $58
Helen Rose Skincare #BlackOwned #WomanOwned
These small-batch, handmade skincare products are the perfect gift self care gift for your loved one. A portion of proceeds go to an associated organization called Om Thrive which provides healing yoga to survivors of domestic violence.
Afrodite for a Cause Sparkling Rose, $75
Abbey Creek Winery #BlackOwned
Oregon’s only Black-owned winery makes a a delicious variety of decadent wines. This particular sparkling rose benefits the Oregon Dove Scholarship that supports Black women pursuing higher education.
Romantic Bouquet $65
For the person who has everything or seems to want for nothing, give them the impermanent gift of a beautiful bouquet of flowers. When you purchase an organic bouquet from Flowers for Dreams, 25% of net profits go to rotating charities. Read more here.
Afro-Mayan Laptop Sleeve, $55
Afriware #BlackOwned #WomanOwned
We’re all working from home on our laptops more than ever. Your giftee could probably use a stylish new laptop case, right? Support a Black-owned bookstore and a talented Afro-Latina artist by gifting this unique neoprene laptop sleeve.
Intentionalist Gift Card, $5-$100
14 Participating Diverse Local Businesses (Greater Seattle Area)
Give the gift that keeps on giving (to 14 different local businesses!) Intentionalist Gift Cards are the perfect gift for those who care about the local businesses at the heart of our communities. Also, Intentionalist donates a percentage of gift card proceeds to local non-profit organizations that support small and micro business owners!
Bonus Gift!
If you live in the Seattle area, give the gift of a gift certificate to a local business! You can purchase a gift certificate from over 50 participating businesses by visiting our Gift Certificate Marketplace.
For the activist, we recommend Bellden Cafe. They always have a rotating charity item on the menu and provide staff incentives for volunteering!
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